Whimsical Wednesday Idea – DIY Lightbulb Budvase
With everyone jumping on the bandwagon to ban incandescent bulbs, this DIY project may just result in a rare keepsake. This visually appealing budvase makes use of a spent clear incandescent bulb.…
Kitchen Trends of 2012
2012 trends include tall, solid-surface backsplashes, smarter storage, handy task stations and sheen instead of shine contemporary kitchen design by boston kitchen and bath Venegas and…
Cursed with a boring door but limited budget? Fake it till you make it!
traditional entry design by seattle interior designer It's The Little Things... there are plenty of ways to spice up a simple solid-front door. There's a lot you can do to make them special with…
Tech Tuesday Topic: Samsung 55″ OLED TV Unveiled at Consumer Electronics Show
The tech wires are all abuzz from all of the technical writers at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) currently on in Las Vegas. The folks at Digital Trends shared some news that should have some…
Chinoiserie Design Ideas
asian dining room design by dc metro interior designer huntley & co What exactly does Chinoiserie mean? In this day and age, I simply look to my pal Wikipedia to say these things as clearly…
Backyard Structures – Your Very Own Architectural Opuscule
traditional exterior design by burlington architect Birdseye Design The dictionary app on my iPhone alerts me every afternoon to a "word of the day." The other day it came up with "opuscule," a…
Christmas Gift Idea – Subscriptions for Year-round Joy
Christmas shopping can be challenging. How many scarves, gloves, wallets, and ties does any one individual really need? If you are really finding yourself with an idea block of what to get that…
15 of the Internet’s Best Barks, Bars, and Bonbons
The website thekitchn.com has a slogan that has always struck a note with me... "inspiring cooks. nourishing homes" As someone who is wired into social media, I must confess that every time I see one…
Tech Tuesday Topic: A Smarter Bath Fan
As homes are being built tighter to save energy, effective ventilation is a must. Excessive humidity results in uncomfortable interiors, and provides an ideal environment for mould growth. A recent…
Defining Spaces: Six Ways to Work With an Open Foyer
traditional entry design by minneapolis design-build Schrader & Companies Many post-war and colonial homes lack a distinct foyer; either the front door opens right into the living area, or you…
9 Ways to Create a Not-So-Standard Bathroom
contemporary bathroom design by dc metro kitchen and bath Savena Doychinov, CKD/Design Studio Int'l Sometimes it's hard to get inspiration for a potentially uninteresting 5' x 8' bathroom space, and…
Plan of the Week: “Corporate Retreat or Ultimate Vacation Getaway”
www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 2957A-V1 This rustic chalet features 6 bedrooms, panoramic views, generous storage and many amenities. Suitable for large family vacations, a corporate retreat,…
In Praise of Simple Lines – New Modern Contemporary Models
www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Model # 3713 Followers of DrummondHousePlans may have noticed a fresh look in a number of our new releases. We have received many requests for designs with a difference,…
Vanity Towers Take Bathroom Storage to New Heights
contemporary bathroom design by burlington architect Smith & Vansant Architects PC I'm sure most of us can agree that our bathroom storage is never enough. Enter the vanity tower. Because it…
Tech Tuesday Topic: Getting Rid of Wires Without Sacrificing Sound
modern living room design by san francisco spfa.com Many of us dream of a wireless home — a place where stereos, speakers and video components all live and work together without the eyesore of ugly…
Guest Post: The Best of Banquette Seating
Today, we are happy to have a guest post from Arcadian Lighting. ********************************************************* Hi, I’m Joanna, a writer for Arcadian Lighting, a top online source for the…
Tech Tuesday Topic: Untangle Yourself From Those Messy Wires
contemporary cable management design by Room & Board As we all become more and more tethered to our electronic devices, wire management is a challenge almost everyone faces. It's especially tough…
Decor Trends: Colour Zoning
According to colour experts at Sico, colour zoning is one of the hottest trends in home decorating. It allows you to add some colourful punch to a room in a big, bold way, without overwhelming the…
